<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-international-monetary-fund-chief-lagarde-takes-swipe-at-trumps-twitter-habits-256970">US President Donald Trump</a> said on Saturday the next <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swift-backlash-as-donald-trump-picks-own-golf-resort-to-host-g7-256587">G7 summit</a> will not be at one of his own Florida golf clubs, reversing a decision that had sparked corruption accusations.

"Based on both Media &amp; Democrat Crazed and Irrational Hostility, we will no longer consider <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-hopes-us-china-trade-deal-will-be-signed-by-middle-of-november-256808">Trump</a> National Doral, Miami, as the Host Site for the G-7 in 2020," the president tweeted.

"We will begin the search for another site, including the possibility of Camp David, immediately."

Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney had on Thursday announced that the south Florida venue was "the best place" among a dozen US locations considered for the June 10-12 gathering next year.

Critics said the move would violate both the foreign and domestic emoluments clauses that are designed to shield a US leader from outside influence.

On Friday, new legislation to block the plan was introduced by Democrats in Congress, who have already opened an impeachment investigation into allegations that the president pressured Ukraine into interfering on his behalf in the 2020 US election.

The bill, called "Trump's Heist Undermines the G-7 (THUG) Act," would have cut off all federal funding for the move, and require the White House to turn over all relevant documents that show how administration officials decided on Doral.

Trump National Doral is vital to his organization's finances and was once one of his biggest money-makers -- but it has been in steep decline, according to the Washington Post.

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday the next G7 summit will not be at one of his own Florida golf clubs, reversing a decision that had sparked corruption accusations.

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday the next G7 summit will not be at one of his own Florida golf clubs, reversing a decision that had sparked corruption accusations. "Based on both Media & Democrat Crazed and Irrational Hostility, we will no longer consider Trump National Doral, Miami, as the Host Site for the G-7 in 2020," the president tweeted. "We will begin the search for another site, including the possibility of Camp David, immediately." Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney had on Thursday announced that the south Florida venue was "the best place" among a dozen US locations considered for the June 10-12 gathering next year. Critics said the move would violate both the foreign and domestic emoluments clauses that are designed to shield a US leader from outside influence. On Friday, new legislation to block the plan was introduced by Democrats in Congress, who have already opened an impeachment investigation into allegations that the president pressured Ukraine into interfering on his behalf in the 2020 US election. The bill, called "Trump's Heist Undermines the G-7 (THUG) Act," would have cut off all federal funding for the move, and require the White House to turn over all relevant documents that show how administration officials decided on Doral. Trump National Doral is vital to his organization's finances and was once one of his biggest money-makers -- but it has been in steep decline, according to the Washington Post.

Trump says next G7 summit won't be at his Miami golf resort

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In her intervention during International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) Plenary Session, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the global economic risks and imbalances reinforce the need to strengthen global co-operation at the multilateral level, besides governmental initiatives.

At the National level, a calibrated and balanced approach to deploying a mix of fiscal, monetary and structural measures by countries can help achieve their growth potential, the Finance Minister added.

She further stated that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) should provide solutions that are specific to important growth geographies to help alleviate the current conundrum.

The Union Minister also stressed that IMF should evolve a policy framework that would assess the vulnerability of economies to capital flows and that developing stronger surveillance mechanism with sharper diagnostic tools can mitigate or even prevent the adverse effects on fragile economies.

On the 15th Round of the IMF`s General Review of the Quotas (15th GRQ) likely to conclude without a quota increase, Sitharaman was of the view that work on the 16th Round should begin in right earnest and should have a tight timeframe.

Sitharaman also participated in the 100th Meeting of the Development Committee Plenary and stated, "As we draw closer to SDG 2030, India is pursuing both scale and speed of development, through large National missions in a fiscally responsible, sustainable and inclusive manner.

These programs range widely from solar energy to direct benefit transfer, from skilling to sanitation.

But there is a common approach: to improve incomes, reduce deprivation and enhance living standards.

"She also stated that in pursuing investment-led growth, one should not neglect sustainability, efficiency and transparency in debt and tax policies.

"Moreover, investments must generate domestic revenues that can be channelized into effective public spending in health, education and skilling so that youth can benefit from the economic growth," Sitharaman added.

The Union Minister also encouraged IMF to guide concerted international action to combat illegal financial flows and welcomed collaboration to push investment to augment multilateral development bank (MDB) financing into developing countries.

Nirmala Sitharaman is currently on an official tour to Washington DC to attend the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank and other associated meetings.

She is accompanied by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, Secretary Economic Affairs Atanu Chakraborty, and other officials.&nbsp; 
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In her intervention during International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) Plenary Session, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the global economic risks and imbalances reinforce the need to strengthen global co-operation at the multilateral level, besides governmental initiatives.

In her intervention during International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) Plenary Session, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that the global economic risks and imbalances reinforce the need to strengthen global co-operation at the multilateral level, besides governmental initiatives. At the National level, a calibrated and balanced approach to deploying a mix of fiscal, monetary and structural measures by countries can help achieve their growth potential, the Finance Minister added. She further stated that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) should provide solutions that are specific to important growth geographies to help alleviate the current conundrum. The Union Minister also stressed that IMF should evolve a policy framework that would assess the vulnerability of economies to capital flows and that developing stronger surveillance mechanism with sharper diagnostic tools can mitigate or even prevent the adverse effects on fragile economies. On the 15th Round of the IMF`s General Review of the Quotas (15th GRQ) likely to conclude without a quota increase, Sitharaman was of the view that work on the 16th Round should begin in right earnest and should have a tight timeframe. Sitharaman also participated in the 100th Meeting of the Development Committee Plenary and stated, "As we draw closer to SDG 2030, India is pursuing both scale and speed of development, through large National missions in a fiscally responsible, sustainable and inclusive manner. These programs range widely from solar energy to direct benefit transfer, from skilling to sanitation. But there is a common approach: to improve incomes, reduce deprivation and enhance living standards. "She also stated that in pursuing investment-led growth, one should not neglect sustainability, efficiency and transparency in debt and tax policies. "Moreover, investments must generate domestic revenues that can be channelized into effective public spending in health, education and skilling so that youth can benefit from the economic growth," Sitharaman added. The Union Minister also encouraged IMF to guide concerted international action to combat illegal financial flows and welcomed collaboration to push investment to augment multilateral development bank (MDB) financing into developing countries. Nirmala Sitharaman is currently on an official tour to Washington DC to attend the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank and other associated meetings. She is accompanied by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, Secretary Economic Affairs Atanu Chakraborty, and other officials.

Global economic risks reinforce need to strengthen global cooperation: Sitharaman

The Indian Army on Sunday used artillery guns to target terrorist camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) which have been actively trying to push terrorists into Indian Territory.

Four launch pads in Neelam valley of PoK were targeted and fatalities have been reported, sources said.

This comes after an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-army-causes-heavy-damage-to-pak-side-after-2-soldiers-1-civilian-killed-in-ceasefire-violation-257023">unprovoked ceasefire violation</a> was started by the Pakistani side to push infiltrators into the Indian side, according to sources.

Two Indian soldiers and a civilian were killed in firing by Pakistan Army in Tangdhar sector of Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir.

In retaliation, the Indian Army inflicted heavy damages and casualties on the Pakistan side.

"Indian Forces caused heavy damages and casualty to Pakistan after two Indian soldiers and one civilian were killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in Tangdhar sector," an Indian Army spokesperson said.&nbsp;

The Indian Army on Sunday used artillery guns to target terrorist camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) which have been actively trying to push terrorists into Indian Territory.

The Indian Army on Sunday used artillery guns to target terrorist camps in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) which have been actively trying to push terrorists into Indian Territory. Four launch pads in Neelam valley of PoK were targeted and fatalities have been reported, sources said. This comes after an unprovoked ceasefire violation was started by the Pakistani side to push infiltrators into the Indian side, according to sources. Two Indian soldiers and a civilian were killed in firing by Pakistan Army in Tangdhar sector of Kupwara in Jammu and Kashmir. In retaliation, the Indian Army inflicted heavy damages and casualties on the Pakistan side. "Indian Forces caused heavy damages and casualty to Pakistan after two Indian soldiers and one civilian were killed in ceasefire violation by Pakistan Army in Tangdhar sector," an Indian Army spokesperson said.

Indian Army launches artillery attack on terror camps in PoK

BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday congratulated Indian-origin economist Abhijeet Banerjee for winning the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences and stated that every Indian should be proud of this achievement and it should not be seen from a political perspective.

Taking to Twitter, Mayawati lauded Banerjee for his achievement.

"Congratulations to Abhijit Banerjee for the experimental approach to alleviate poverty and winning the Nobel Prize. But it is completely wrong to see this from a political perspective, every Indian should be proud of this achievement," Mayawati tweeted in Hindi.

Banerjee, an Indian-origin economist, and the academic professor was jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.

He won the coveted award along with his French-American wife Esther Duflo and American economist Michael Kremer "for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty."

The 58-year-old Kolkata-born economist is currently the Ford Foundation International Professor of Economics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.&nbsp; 
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BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday congratulated Indian-origin economist Abhijeet Banerjee for winning the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences and stated that every Indian should be proud of this achievement and it should not be seen from a political perspective.

BSP chief Mayawati on Sunday congratulated Indian-origin economist Abhijeet Banerjee for winning the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences and stated that every Indian should be proud of this achievement and it should not be seen from a political perspective. Taking to Twitter, Mayawati lauded Banerjee for his achievement. "Congratulations to Abhijit Banerjee for the experimental approach to alleviate poverty and winning the Nobel Prize. But it is completely wrong to see this from a political perspective, every Indian should be proud of this achievement," Mayawati tweeted in Hindi. Banerjee, an Indian-origin economist, and the academic professor was jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences. He won the coveted award along with his French-American wife Esther Duflo and American economist Michael Kremer "for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty." The 58-year-old Kolkata-born economist is currently the Ford Foundation International Professor of Economics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Abhijit Banerjee's achievement should not be seen from political perspective: Mayawati

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

"Here is a Tamil translation of the poem I wrote while I was at the picturesque shores of Mamallapuram a few days ago," Modi said in a tweet, posting a picture of the Tamil translation of the poem.

In his eight-paragraph poem, the Prime Minister talked about the ocean's relationship with the sun, waves and its pain and restraint despite unparallel power.

"I was lost in conversation with the sea during a morning walk on Mahabalipuram beach. This conversation conveys the world of my feelings. I am sharing this with you in the form of a poem," he had said sharing the poem on October 13.

Modi was also seen plogging at a beach in Mamallapuram on the morning of October 12. President Xi Jinping was in India on a two-day informal summit. The Prime Minister had also quoted Tamil poet Kaniyan Pungundranar in his address to United Nations General Assembly.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared the Tamil translation of the poem that he penned during his stay in Tamil Nadu's Mamallapuram, where he had held informal talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. "Here is a Tamil translation of the poem I wrote while I was at the picturesque shores of Mamallapuram a few days ago," Modi said in a tweet, posting a picture of the Tamil translation of the poem. In his eight-paragraph poem, the Prime Minister talked about the ocean's relationship with the sun, waves and its pain and restraint despite unparallel power. "I was lost in conversation with the sea during a morning walk on Mahabalipuram beach. This conversation conveys the world of my feelings. I am sharing this with you in the form of a poem," he had said sharing the poem on October 13. Modi was also seen plogging at a beach in Mamallapuram on the morning of October 12. President Xi Jinping was in India on a two-day informal summit. The Prime Minister had also quoted Tamil poet Kaniyan Pungundranar in his address to United Nations General Assembly.

PM Modi shares Tamil translation of poem he penned during Mamallapuram visit

Chinese Ambassador to India, Sun Weidong has said that relations between New Delhi and Beijing go beyond the "bilateral scope, and have important and far-reaching strategic significance."

Speaking exclusively to ANI over the recently concluded two-day informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in South India, Sun said, "The visit marked the 17th meeting between President Xi and Prime Minister Modi in the past five years. The two leaders took their time in a stroll while discussing world affairs, and had in-depth communication on the development of bilateral relations as well as overall strategic issues with international and regional significance."

"China-India relations go beyond the bilateral scope and have important and far-reaching strategic significance. The two sides should have timely communication on major issues, respect each other's core interests, gradually seek mutual understanding, and prevent differences from evolving into disputes," the ambassador remarked on the consensus reached between the two sides during the meeting and how would it impact the future development of India-China relations.

The envoy said that the two leaders traced the origins of the mutual learning between Chinese and Indian civilizations and conceived a blueprint for bilateral people-to-people and cultural exchanges and dialogue.

In the face of rising unilateralism and protectionism, the two sides agreed to strengthen coordination within the framework of multilateral mechanisms such as the G20, BRICS, Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China, Russia and India cooperation etc, uphold multilateralism and the multilateral trading system, and promote the conclusion of open and inclusive trade arrangements, he added.

The envoy also gave other details of the informal meet. Given below are certain excerpts from the interview:

India's huge trade deficit with China has always been a major concern. What are the guiding views of the leaders of the two countries on this issue?

Sun Weidong: During this informal meeting, the leaders of the two countries had an extensive communication on the topics of practical economic cooperation, including the common vision and goals of each country's economic development and the alignment of their development strategies.

Both sides agreed to establish a high-level economic and trade dialogue mechanism to strengthen bilateral trade and investment cooperation and better promote the balanced development of bilateral economic and trade cooperation.

The two sides also agreed to work together to conclude negotiations on a mutually beneficial and balanced Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership as soon as possible.

What impact do you think this meeting will have on the international and regional landscape?

Sun Weidong: China and India shoulder increasingly important responsibilities in maintaining global stability and promoting development. In the 21st century, world peace cannot be achieved without cooperation between the two countries. Both sides are committed to building an inclusive international order based on international law, including in advancing reforms that reflect the new international landscape of the 21st century.

Both countries also believe that at a time when global trade practices and norms are being challenged, the multilateral rules-based trading system should be supported and strengthened, and efforts should be made to continue to promote open and inclusive trade arrangements that benefit all countries. China and India have made important efforts in addressing global development challenges, including climate change and achieving sustainable development goals.

Both are committed to combating terrorism in all its forms and call on all countries to strengthen international cooperation in fighting terrorism. President Xi had further stressed that he sincerely looked forward to good relations between China and India, China and Pakistan as well as India and Pakistan. He proposed that China and India play a leading role in regional inter-connectivity and work to build a more open connectivity network.

There are still some differences in China-India relations, including the boundary question. How should the two sides handle these differences?

Weidong: China has always believed that the two sides should correctly view their differences, and never let the differences dim the overall situation of bilateral cooperation. At the same time, the two countries should gradually seek understanding through communication and constantly resolve their differences. During their informal summit, the two leaders had exchanged views on pending issues including borders.

They welcomed the work done by the Special Representatives and instructed them to continue their efforts to seek a mutually agreed framework based on the political parameters and guiding principles for the settlement of the China-India boundary question reached in 2005.

Being China's ambassador to India, you participated in the whole process of the informal meeting between the two leaders. What are your impressions?

Weidong: Being a Chinese ambassador to India, I am honoured to be a part of the Chennai informal meeting. I am deeply impressed by the importance is given and thoughtful arrangements made by the Indian side too during the two-day meeting.

First, the two leaders had an in-depth discussion over a long period of time in various forms. President Xi and Prime Minister Modi spent most of their meeting discussing one-on-one exchanges, including mutual learning over civilizations of the two countries, witnessing the splendid cultural performances under the deep starry sky, and enjoying tea together at the seaside.

Prime Minister Modi had accompanied the visiting dignitary during the guided tour of Arjuna's Penance, Panch Rathas, Shore Temple and other monuments in the coastal town of Mamallapuram. The time the two leaders spent together discussing and exchanging ideas was longer than expected. They talked freely without setting a specific agenda, which enhanced their friendship and mutual trust.

The ever-growing friendly sentiments between the Chinese and Indian people were also impressive. People in Chennai welcomed President Xi by singing and dancing in their traditional attire. Some of them walked on stilts and waved the Chinese national flag. In his concluding remarks, the envoy stated that the two sides further agreed to make the "Year of China-India Cultural and People-to-People Exchange" in 2020 a success and hold 70 activities to celebrate the 70th anniversary of China-India diplomatic relations.

The Fujian province in south-eastern China will enter into sister province with Tamil Nadu in southern India. The two sides will explore the feasibility of historical and cultural studies on these two places and research on maritime exchanges between China and India, he said.&nbsp;

 
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Chinese Ambassador to India, Sun Weidong has said that relations between New Delhi and Beijing go beyond the "bilateral scope, and have important and far-reaching strategic significance.

Chinese Ambassador to India, Sun Weidong has said that relations between New Delhi and Beijing go beyond the "bilateral scope, and have important and far-reaching strategic significance." Speaking exclusively to ANI over the recently concluded two-day informal summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in South India, Sun said, "The visit marked the 17th meeting between President Xi and Prime Minister Modi in the past five years. The two leaders took their time in a stroll while discussing world affairs, and had in-depth communication on the development of bilateral relations as well as overall strategic issues with international and regional significance." "China-India relations go beyond the bilateral scope and have important and far-reaching strategic significance. The two sides should have timely communication on major issues, respect each other's core interests, gradually seek mutual understanding, and prevent differences from evolving into disputes," the ambassador remarked on the consensus reached between the two sides during the meeting and how would it impact the future development of India-China relations. The envoy said that the two leaders traced the origins of the mutual learning between Chinese and Indian civilizations and conceived a blueprint for bilateral people-to-people and cultural exchanges and dialogue. In the face of rising unilateralism and protectionism, the two sides agreed to strengthen coordination within the framework of multilateral mechanisms such as the G20, BRICS, Shanghai Cooperation Organization, China, Russia and India cooperation etc, uphold multilateralism and the multilateral trading system, and promote the conclusion of open and inclusive trade arrangements, he added. The envoy also gave other details of the informal meet. Given below are certain excerpts from the interview: India's huge trade deficit with China has always been a major concern. What are the guiding views of the leaders of the two countries on this issue? Sun Weidong: During this informal meeting, the leaders of the two countries had an extensive communication on the topics of practical economic cooperation, including the common vision and goals of each country's economic development and the alignment of their development strategies. Both sides agreed to establish a high-level economic and trade dialogue mechanism to strengthen bilateral trade and investment cooperation and better promote the balanced development of bilateral economic and trade cooperation. The two sides also agreed to work together to conclude negotiations on a mutually beneficial and balanced Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership as soon as possible. What impact do you think this meeting will have on the international and regional landscape? Sun Weidong: China and India shoulder increasingly important responsibilities in maintaining global stability and promoting development. In the 21st century, world peace cannot be achieved without cooperation between the two countries. Both sides are committed to building an inclusive international order based on international law, including in advancing reforms that reflect the new international landscape of the 21st century. Both countries also believe that at a time when global trade practices and norms are being challenged, the multilateral rules-based trading system should be supported and strengthened, and efforts should be made to continue to promote open and inclusive trade arrangements that benefit all countries. China and India have made important efforts in addressing global development challenges, including climate change and achieving sustainable development goals. Both are committed to combating terrorism in all its forms and call on all countries to strengthen international cooperation in fighting terrorism. President Xi had further stressed that he sincerely looked forward to good relations between China and India, China and Pakistan as well as India and Pakistan. He proposed that China and India play a leading role in regional inter-connectivity and work to build a more open connectivity network. There are still some differences in China-India relations, including the boundary question. How should the two sides handle these differences? Weidong: China has always believed that the two sides should correctly view their differences, and never let the differences dim the overall situation of bilateral cooperation. At the same time, the two countries should gradually seek understanding through communication and constantly resolve their differences. During their informal summit, the two leaders had exchanged views on pending issues including borders. They welcomed the work done by the Special Representatives and instructed them to continue their efforts to seek a mutually agreed framework based on the political parameters and guiding principles for the settlement of the China-India boundary question reached in 2005. Being China's ambassador to India, you participated in the whole process of the informal meeting between the two leaders. What are your impressions? Weidong: Being a Chinese ambassador to India, I am honoured to be a part of the Chennai informal meeting. I am deeply impressed by the importance is given and thoughtful arrangements made by the Indian side too during the two-day meeting. First, the two leaders had an in-depth discussion over a long period of time in various forms. President Xi and Prime Minister Modi spent most of their meeting discussing one-on-one exchanges, including mutual learning over civilizations of the two countries, witnessing the splendid cultural performances under the deep starry sky, and enjoying tea together at the seaside. Prime Minister Modi had accompanied the visiting dignitary during the guided tour of Arjuna's Penance, Panch Rathas, Shore Temple and other monuments in the coastal town of Mamallapuram. The time the two leaders spent together discussing and exchanging ideas was longer than expected. They talked freely without setting a specific agenda, which enhanced their friendship and mutual trust. The ever-growing friendly sentiments between the Chinese and Indian people were also impressive. People in Chennai welcomed President Xi by singing and dancing in their traditional attire. Some of them walked on stilts and waved the Chinese national flag. In his concluding remarks, the envoy stated that the two sides further agreed to make the "Year of China-India Cultural and People-to-People Exchange" in 2020 a success and hold 70 activities to celebrate the 70th anniversary of China-India diplomatic relations. The Fujian province in south-eastern China will enter into sister province with Tamil Nadu in southern India. The two sides will explore the feasibility of historical and cultural studies on these two places and research on maritime exchanges between China and India, he said.

India-China relations have far-reaching strategic significance: Chinese envoy

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday asserted that there is pressure on Pakistan to deliver on Financial Action Task Force (FATF) directions as to be on a 'Grey List'&nbsp;is a setback for any nation.

Speaking to ANI, Rawat said, "Pressure is on them to deliver and they have to take action. It is up to them how much seriously they take it. We would only like them to follow its (FATF) directions and work towards restoring peace. To be on such a 'Grey List'&nbsp;is a setback for any nation."

The reaction comes after the FATF yesterday expressed serious concerns over the lack of progress made by Pakistan to address its terror financing risks.

"Pakistan needs to do more and faster. If by February 2020, Pakistan doesn't make significant progress, it will be put in the 'Black List'," FATF President Xiangmin Liu said while addressing a press conference on the last day of its five-day plenary in Paris.

While Pakistan has escaped the terror blacklist, according to sources, there was a consensus among members in the global watchdog to retain Pakistan in 'grey list'&nbsp;based on its 27-point action plan.A decision on the status of Pakistan will now be taken by FATF in February next year.&nbsp;

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday asserted that there is pressure on Pakistan to deliver on Financial Action Task Force (FATF) directions as to be on a 'Grey List' is a setback for any nation.

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat on Saturday asserted that there is pressure on Pakistan to deliver on Financial Action Task Force (FATF) directions as to be on a 'Grey List' is a setback for any nation. Speaking to ANI, Rawat said, "Pressure is on them to deliver and they have to take action. It is up to them how much seriously they take it. We would only like them to follow its (FATF) directions and work towards restoring peace. To be on such a 'Grey List' is a setback for any nation." The reaction comes after the FATF yesterday expressed serious concerns over the lack of progress made by Pakistan to address its terror financing risks. "Pakistan needs to do more and faster. If by February 2020, Pakistan doesn't make significant progress, it will be put in the 'Black List'," FATF President Xiangmin Liu said while addressing a press conference on the last day of its five-day plenary in Paris. While Pakistan has escaped the terror blacklist, according to sources, there was a consensus among members in the global watchdog to retain Pakistan in 'grey list' based on its 27-point action plan.A decision on the status of Pakistan will now be taken by FATF in February next year.

Pressure on Pakistan to deliver on FATF action plan: Army Chief

The past 24-hours have brought relief to the people residing in Delhi and its adjoining areas such as Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad as the air quality index (AQI) on Saturday slightly improved from 'very poor'&nbsp;to 'poor'&nbsp;category in Delhi-NCR, stated the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR).

At 9 in the morning today, the overall AQI of Delhi was docking at 242, which falls in the 'poor'&nbsp;category.

The AQI between the range of 51 to 100 is considered as satisfactory, 101-200 is moderate, 201-300 falls under the category of poor.

While 300-400 is considered as 'very poor', levels between 401-500 fall under the 'hazardous category'.

At Dhirpur, the AQI was 271 in the morning, while in Mathura Road area it dipped to 'poor'&nbsp;category at 236.

Furthermore, AQI near Chandni Chowk, Airport, Terminal 3 and Delhi University stood at 375, 234 and 256 respectively.

The organisation has advised 'Sensitive Groups'&nbsp;to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.

The locals are advised to take more breaks and do less intense activities.

The asthmatics have been advised to keep medicine ready if symptoms of coughing or shortness of breath occur. "Heart patients, see the doctor, if get palpitations, shortness of breath, or unusual fatigue," the organisation stated in its advisory.&nbsp;

 
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The past 24-hours have brought relief to the people residing in Delhi and its adjoining areas such as Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad as the air quality index (AQI) on Saturday slightly improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' category in Delhi-NCR, stated the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR).

The past 24-hours have brought relief to the people residing in Delhi and its adjoining areas such as Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad as the air quality index (AQI) on Saturday slightly improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' category in Delhi-NCR, stated the Centre-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR). At 9 in the morning today, the overall AQI of Delhi was docking at 242, which falls in the 'poor' category. The AQI between the range of 51 to 100 is considered as satisfactory, 101-200 is moderate, 201-300 falls under the category of poor. While 300-400 is considered as 'very poor', levels between 401-500 fall under the 'hazardous category'. At Dhirpur, the AQI was 271 in the morning, while in Mathura Road area it dipped to 'poor' category at 236. Furthermore, AQI near Chandni Chowk, Airport, Terminal 3 and Delhi University stood at 375, 234 and 256 respectively. The organisation has advised 'Sensitive Groups' to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. The locals are advised to take more breaks and do less intense activities. The asthmatics have been advised to keep medicine ready if symptoms of coughing or shortness of breath occur. "Heart patients, see the doctor, if get palpitations, shortness of breath, or unusual fatigue," the organisation stated in its advisory.

Air quality in Delhi improves slightly today, concerns persist

India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.According to Home Ministry, Home Minister Amit Shah had on August 30 this year proposed hosting the Interpol General Assembly.

The invitation was extended when Jurgen Stock, Secretary-General, Interpol, called on Shah in New Delhi.

"India has won the vote for hosting 91st General Assembly in India in the year 2022, as part of celebrations of the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence," said the Home Ministry.

CBI Director Rishi Kumar Shukla had proposed India's candidature in his brief address at the ongoing 88th Interpol General Assembly at Santiago in Chile.

An overwhelming majority voted in favour of India's proposal to host the event.

Interpol is an international organisation with 194 member states and 100 years of experience of international cooperation in Policing.

Interpol's 17 databases house 90 million records. With its secure global data communication channel (I-24/7), Incident Response Teams, Command and Control Centre, a worldwide network of NCBs, Interpolis uniquely placed to assist LEAs of member countries.

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India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.

India on Friday successfully won the vote to host the Interpol General Assembly in the national capital in 2022, as part of the platinum jubilee celebrations of its independence.According to Home Ministry, Home Minister Amit Shah had on August 30 this year proposed hosting the Interpol General Assembly. The invitation was extended when Jurgen Stock, Secretary-General, Interpol, called on Shah in New Delhi. "India has won the vote for hosting 91st General Assembly in India in the year 2022, as part of celebrations of the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence," said the Home Ministry. CBI Director Rishi Kumar Shukla had proposed India's candidature in his brief address at the ongoing 88th Interpol General Assembly at Santiago in Chile. An overwhelming majority voted in favour of India's proposal to host the event. Interpol is an international organisation with 194 member states and 100 years of experience of international cooperation in Policing. Interpol's 17 databases house 90 million records. With its secure global data communication channel (I-24/7), Incident Response Teams, Command and Control Centre, a worldwide network of NCBs, Interpolis uniquely placed to assist LEAs of member countries.

India wins vote to host Interpol General Assembly in 2022

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that isolated places over Konkan and Goa are likely to receive heavy rainfall today.

The weather forecast agency further predicted that few places over Madhya Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep and Karnataka are also likely to witness heavy downpour throughout the day.

The thunderstorm accompanied with lightning is very likely at isolated places over East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat region, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Konkan and Goa.

The squally weather, with wind speed 45-55 kmph is very likely over the East-central Arabian Sea and adjoining Maharashtra Karnataka-Kerala coasts.

The organisation has advised fishermen not to venture into these areas for the next few days.

The low-pressure area now lies over east-central and adjoining southeast Arabian Sea.

The associated cyclonic circulation extends up to mid-tropospheric levels.Isolated heavy rainfall is also likely to occur over major parts of south peninsular India during the next 4-5 days, the IMD stated in its All India Weather Warning Bulletin.&nbsp; 
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that isolated places over Konkan and Goa are likely to receive heavy rainfall today. The weather forecast agency further predicted that few places over Madhya Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep and Karnataka are also likely to witness heavy downpour throughout the day.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that isolated places over Konkan and Goa are likely to receive heavy rainfall today. The weather forecast agency further predicted that few places over Madhya Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, Mahe, Lakshadweep and Karnataka are also likely to witness heavy downpour throughout the day. The thunderstorm accompanied with lightning is very likely at isolated places over East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Gangetic West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat region, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Konkan and Goa. The squally weather, with wind speed 45-55 kmph is very likely over the East-central Arabian Sea and adjoining Maharashtra Karnataka-Kerala coasts. The organisation has advised fishermen not to venture into these areas for the next few days. The low-pressure area now lies over east-central and adjoining southeast Arabian Sea. The associated cyclonic circulation extends up to mid-tropospheric levels.Isolated heavy rainfall is also likely to occur over major parts of south peninsular India during the next 4-5 days, the IMD stated in its All India Weather Warning Bulletin.

Konkan, Goa likely to receive heavy rainfall today: IMD

Scores of depositors of the scam-hit Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank staged a protest here on Saturday demanding the removal of restriction on cash withdrawal imposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which is currently capped at Rs 40,000 for six months.

The protesters raised slogans and held up placards with slogans like 'Save PMC, Save Us'.

"I have been a customer of this bank for the past 15 years. RBI officials during audit had given this bank A grade. What is our mistake in this? Ours is not black money. It is very difficult to run a household for six months with just Rs 40,000," said Shardab Sheikh, a protester.

Manmohan Singh, another protester said that he was under great pressure to make payments.

"I recently bought a new house and have to pay the builder 1 lakh each month. How will I pay the amount...I am very worried. They should allow us to withdraw more cash," he said.

Last month, the RBI restricted the activities of the PMC Bank for six months and asked it not to grant or renew any loans and advances, make any investment or incur any liability, including borrowing of funds and acceptance of fresh deposits after an alleged fraud of Rs. 4,355 crore scam came to light.

The organisation had initially capped the deposit withdrawal at Rs 10,000 but later raised it to Rs 40,000.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized and identified movable and immovable assets worth more than Rs 3,830 crore owned by Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL) in connection with the case.&nbsp; 
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Scores of depositors of the scam-hit Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank staged a protest here on Saturday demanding the removal of restriction on cash withdrawal imposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which is currently capped at Rs 40,000 for six months.

Scores of depositors of the scam-hit Punjab and Maharashtra Cooperative (PMC) Bank staged a protest here on Saturday demanding the removal of restriction on cash withdrawal imposed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which is currently capped at Rs 40,000 for six months. The protesters raised slogans and held up placards with slogans like 'Save PMC, Save Us'. "I have been a customer of this bank for the past 15 years. RBI officials during audit had given this bank A grade. What is our mistake in this? Ours is not black money. It is very difficult to run a household for six months with just Rs 40,000," said Shardab Sheikh, a protester. Manmohan Singh, another protester said that he was under great pressure to make payments. "I recently bought a new house and have to pay the builder 1 lakh each month. How will I pay the amount...I am very worried. They should allow us to withdraw more cash," he said. Last month, the RBI restricted the activities of the PMC Bank for six months and asked it not to grant or renew any loans and advances, make any investment or incur any liability, including borrowing of funds and acceptance of fresh deposits after an alleged fraud of Rs. 4,355 crore scam came to light. The organisation had initially capped the deposit withdrawal at Rs 10,000 but later raised it to Rs 40,000. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized and identified movable and immovable assets worth more than Rs 3,830 crore owned by Housing Development and Infrastructure Limited (HDIL) in connection with the case.

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